Licensed Practical Nurse

Salary: $38,516.00 - $57,775.00 Annually
Location : Buncombe County, NC
Job Type: Permanent Full-Time
Job Number: BMNTC
Department: Dept of Health and Human Services
Division: Black Mt Neuro-Medical Treatment Center
Opening Date: 01/04/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
Job Class Title: Licensed Practical Nurse
Position Number:
Salary Grade: MH07
Description of Work
SIGN-ON BONUSES NOW BEING OFFERED
A Sign-On Bonus of $4,000.00 (effective 08/02/22) for the successful applicant(s) of this posting. See "Eligibility for Sign-On Bonus" below in the Supplemental and Contact Information section.
Black Mountain Neuro-Medical Treatment Center (BMNTC) is currently accepting applications for Licensed Practical Nurses.
This posting is for multiple vacancies. The advertised position number may be for recruiting purposes only.
Practical Nurses are responsible for the administration of medication and ordered treatments; data collection for nursing care; monitoring, observing and performing direct patient care as needed for coverage.
Responsibilities include:

• Report and document patient's response to medications, treatments and ordered care
• Collaboration and delegation of tasks under the licensure of a Registered Nurse

THIS POSITION IS DESIGNATED MANDATORY AND MUST REPORT OR STAY OVER DURING ADVERSE WEATHER EVENTS OR OTHER EMERGENCIES.
Shift preferences will be discussed in the interview and will depend on staffing needs. In addition to our traditional work schedules listed below, flexible schedules may be available.
1st shift (days) 6:45 AM - 3:15 PM
2nd shift (evenings) 2:45 PM - 11:15 PM
3rd shift (nights) 10:45 PM - 7:15 AM
Work schedules include weekend and holiday rotations. We offer 20% shift premium pay for 2nd and 3rd shift hours and 5% shift premium pay for hours worked on the weekends.
Flexibility is required for training/education purposes and to meet the needs of the facility.
Per G.S. 126-5 (c1) (37), this position is Exempt from all provisions of NC General Statute Chapter 126 (State Human Resources Act) with the exception of Articles 6 and 7.
ABOUT BLACK MOUNTAIN NEURO-MEDICAL TREATMENT CENTER:
Black Mountain Neuro-Medical Treatment Center is one of three state operated facilities serving adults with chronic and complex medical conditions that co-exist with neurodevelopmental or neurocognitive disorders often related to a diagnosis of severe and persistent mental illness or intellectual disability. The health and physical status of these residents require 24-hour supervision, daily nursing care, and assistance with activities of daily living.
OUR MISSION STATEMENT:
We are a specialized long-term care facility focusing on maintaining quality of life and dignity for adults with neurocognitive or neurodevelopmental disorders with coexisting complex medical and behavioral needs whose level of support extends beyond that which can be provided in family or community living settings. We are committed to providing individualized compassionate care delivered by highly skilled staff.
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Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies
To receive credit for all your work history and credentials, you must list the information on the application form. Any information listed under the text resume section or on an attachment will not be considered for qualifying credit.
Management Preferences :

• Ability to communicate/interact with residents with challenging behaviors and their families regarding the resident's care
• Ability to document actions related to resident's plan of care

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Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Licensed to practice as a Practical Nurse in the state of North Carolina
S ome state job postings say you can qualify by an "equivalent combination of education and experience." If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both.
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Supplemental and Contact Information
North Carolina State Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Positions in the Division of State Operated Healthcare Facilities are subject to pre-employment drug testing and criminal record background checks. The use of tobacco products of any kind, including vapor products, is prohibited from our campuses. All employees are required to adhere to the facility's Vaccination Policy.
Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application, please log in to your account. You will receive either a call to schedule an interview or an e-mail notifying you when the job has been filled.
For technical issues with your application, please call the NEOGOV Help Line at . If there are any questions about this posting, other than your application status, please contact HR at (828) .
ELIGIBILITY FOR SIGN-ON BONUS
Qualified applicants must be selected from the candidate pool of this posting and meet the State policy following requirements:
A newly hired permanent full time or permanent part-time employee who works 30 to 40 hours per week is eligible for a sign-on bonus (this will be prorated for employees working less than 40 hours per week).
An employee is NOT eligible for a sign-on bonus if:

• the employee has held a position in North Carolina State government, including the judicial system, or the University of North Carolina system within the last 12 months (the employee shall remain ineligible for 12 months from the separation date);
• the employee has previously received a sign-on bonus from any State agency;
• or DHHS has paid any contract placement or recruitment fees.

This Sign-on Bonus is contingent upon budget and final eligibility determination as of the effective date of hire.
Additional information regarding the Sign-On Bonus Policy can be found here:
ABOUT NC DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES (DHHS):
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) serves the needs of the most vulnerable of North Carolinians and, in order to accomplish this, we hire only the most dedicated and caring individuals. Finding qualified clinical professionals to treat and care for our clients is a continual challenge as demand for services grows and the availability of providers struggles to keep pace. We are seeking a motivated individual who is up for this challenge and is dedicated to our mission of providing North Carolinians with the very best in clinical care.
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COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:
The state of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits. Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis). Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave. In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees.
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NOTE: For temporary, contract or other supplemental staffing appointments:
There are no paid leave, retirement or other benefits associated with these appointment types.
For permanent and time-limited appointments:
Eligible employees have benefits that include employee health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, NC Flex (a variety of high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis), and paid vacation, sick, and community service leave, to name a few. Paid parental leave is available for eligible employees. Some benefits require 30 + hours work/week for participation.
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Your answers to the following questions are not a substitute for providing all relevant information within the body of your application. You must support each of your answers by providing detailed information on your application. While you may attach documents to your application if you wish, any information you want us to consider must also be detailed on your application. "See Resume" is an unacceptable response.

• I understand these requirements.
• I understand I may contact the Human Resources Department for clarification.

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Your application should reflect ALL education (including high school) and ALL work experience. When we screen applications to determine whether you are qualified for the position, we use the Knowledge, Skills & Abilities and the Minimum Education & Experience Requirements. Please address these requirements, in as much detail as possible, on your application. Your application will be considered incomplete if it lacks sufficient information for us to complete our screening and salary determination processes.

• I understand these requirements.
• I understand I may contact the Human Resources Department for clarification.

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What is the highest level of education you have successfully completed?

• Less than High School/GED
• High School/GED
• Some College
• Associate Degree
• Bachelors Degree
• Masters Degree
• Higher than Masters Degree

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If you earned a degree from an appropriately accredited institution, please indicate your major/minor below.
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Are you currently licensed to practice as a Practical Nurse in the State of North Carolina?

• Yes
• No

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If you are currently licensed to practice as a Practical Nurse in the State of North Carolina, please type your license number below.
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